CVE-1999-0055: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu May 14 1998(Updated: )
Buffer overflows in Sun libnsl allow root access.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =4.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.2.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.3.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.3.2 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.4 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.5 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.6 | |
| Sun SunOS | ||
| Sun SunOS | =5.2 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.3 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.4 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0055?
CVE-1999-0055 is considered critical due to its potential to allow root access via buffer overflows.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0055?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0055, it's recommended to apply the relevant security patches provided by your operating system vendor.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-1999-0055?
CVE-1999-0055 affects multiple versions of IBM AIX and Sun SunOS/Oracle Solaris.
What are the common attack vectors for CVE-1999-0055?
The common attack vector for CVE-1999-0055 includes exploiting buffer overflow vulnerabilities through specially crafted inputs.
Is there a way to test for CVE-1999-0055 on my system?
To test for CVE-1999-0055, security professionals can utilize vulnerability scanning tools that specifically check for this buffer overflow vulnerability.
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